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Castles & Chateaux Of France

France was once the stomping ground of kings, and there are still many chateaus (French for "castle") open to tours or even overnight stays.
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Stay At A French Chateau

Joe Millionaire isn't the only peasant to live like royalty in a French chateau. There are many chateaux open for mere commoners seeking overnight stays.

Joe Millionaire's French Chateau

If you've seen "Joe Millionaire" on Fox-TV, you may have become infatuated with Chateau de la Bourdaisière, the exquisite Renaissance castle in the French countryside. You can stay in the chateau and even get married here (although not to Joe Millionaire).

The Chateau of Chaumont-sur-Loire in the Loire Valley

The white stone chateau of Chaumont-sur-Loire in the department of the Loir-et-Cher in the Loire Valley is a great place to visit. Located between Blois and Tours, it’s near other great castles along the Loire, including Chambord and Cour Cheverny. Chaumont is also famous for its annual International Garden Festival which takes place between...

Castle Bed & Breakfasts In Europe

Find out about places to stay in a genuine castle in France and throughout Europe.

International Garden Festival at Chaumont-sur-Loire

Each year the grounds of the Chateau of Chaumont-sur-Loire fill with the International Garden Festival. This year, the Festival from April 25th to October 21st is in its 20th year and chose as its theme “Gardens of delight, Gardens of delerium”. With its castle, a new permanent garden, 5 restaurants and 2 boutiques, the Chaumont International...

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